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Raider · 29th November 2009, 08:42 PM

I'm more comfortable with computers than I am learning a myriad of outboard gear. Computers/software are faster, cheaper and you can do more with them.

I started with a Fostex 4 track and a Korg M1. I then upgraded to a Mackie 1604 and two Adat's, using Cakewalk as a sequencer, (instead of the M1).

Ten years later I upgraded to a Yamaha 02R and several preamps and effect processors.

Now I use a Korg X50 as my primary controller, several soft synths and processing plugs and while I miss physically sliding the faders up and down, I truly believe mostly software with a slight hardware mix, (pre-amp/compressor) when needed is ideal. My DAW is Acid Pro 7 which suites me fine.

I'm a hobbyist and don't make and record music for a living.
If it hasn't already, software will replace 99% of hardware.
It's inevitable.

29th November 2009, 08:42 PM	#30
Raider Gear maniac Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 264	I'm more comfortable with computers than I am learning a myriad of outboard gear. Computers/software are faster, cheaper and you can do more with them. I started with a Fostex 4 track and a Korg M1. I then upgraded to a Mackie 1604 and two Adat's, using Cakewalk as a sequencer, (instead of the M1). Ten years later I upgraded to a Yamaha 02R and several preamps and effect processors. Now I use a Korg X50 as my primary controller, several soft synths and processing plugs and while I miss physically sliding the faders up and down, I truly believe mostly software with a slight hardware mix, (pre-amp/compressor) when needed is ideal. My DAW is Acid Pro 7 which suites me fine. I'm a hobbyist and don't make and record music for a living. If it hasn't already, software will replace 99% of hardware. It's inevitable.